1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 330GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 330GT has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 330GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 330GT | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 330GT | XJR |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 554 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
